Be There for Her: Your Role in Labor

Alright, here’s the truth: when someone’s in labor, they’re doing something wildly intense. Often, they feel exposed. What helps most? Feeling safe. And your presence; your full, steady attention is what creates that safety.

So if you’re supporting someone through birth, the best thing you can do is be all in. Show them you get how hard this is, and that they’re not alone. You don’t need medical training. You just need to be tuned in. Here’s a quick list of what that can look like:

• Hydrate: Make sure they’re drinking water.

• Bathroom Breaks: Support them if they need help getting there.

• Snacks: Offer food if they’re allowed to eat.

• Time Contractions: Keep track to help spot patterns.

• Paperwork: Take the lead on the hospital forms.

• Reassurance: Remind them they’re strong, radiant, doing great.

• Physical Support: Hold them, rub their back, help with positioning.

• Stick Around: Stay close—don’t disappear.

• Stay Awake: If you rest, make it brief. Presence matters.

• Communicate: Handle updates to family and friends if needed.

If they’re not into something you’re doing, don’t take it personally. This is big, intense work—and clarity might come moment to moment. Stay close, stay kind, and keep adjusting together.

Whatever kind of birth you’re part of, your role is the same: stay connected, stay present. This is strange terrain for most people—but feeling cared for changes everything.

Stay Tuned

As you move through each configuration module in the app, you’re not just checking boxes—you’re laying the foundation. With each step, you’re getting closer to diving into how to offer grounded, effective support. We’ll explore that more in our next article. Stay with it, and we'll see you soon.